Veronica
ver-AH-nih-kuh
Veronica is traditionally understood as a Latinised form of the Greek Berenice (“bringer of victory”), reinterpreted through the Latin phrase vera icon meaning “true image.” The legend of Saint Veronica, who wiped Christ’s face with her veil,
popularised this reading.
The name has been used in Christian Europe since the Middle Ages. Saint Veronica’s veil, said to bear the imprint of Christ’s face, became a major relic in Catholic tradition.
What the name Veronica means
Veronica ranked No. 392 in 2024 with 804 births. It peaked at No. 68 in 1976 with 4,022 births, a favourite of the post-1960s generation.
The name recurs in pop culture: Elvis Costello’s hit “Veronica” (1989) and the TV series Veronica Mars (2004) both kept it in the public ear.
Four syllables - veh-RON-ih-kuh - give the name a rolling, melodic quality. It feels sophisticated and substantial.
Parents choosing Veronica appreciate its religious heritage and pop-culture edge. The nickname Ronnie adds an unexpected playfulness.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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